Title: Sai Valentine's - Goa Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=104511432&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Sai Valentine's - Goa Travelers find a peaceful garden retreat just steps from Palolem Beach, where the quiet atmosphere creates a perfect spot to unwind from everyday life ## Photo gallery for Sai Valentine's - Goa ![Front of property - Sai Valentine's - Goa (Canacona)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104520000/104511500/104511432/a00c8127.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Premium Room | Free WiFi - Sai Valentine's - Goa (Canacona)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104520000/104511500/104511432/7787bb36.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property - Sai Valentine's - Goa (Canacona)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104520000/104511500/104511432/2498efa2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Free WiFi - Sai Valentine's - Goa (Canacona)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104520000/104511500/104511432/w1278h853x0y0-dd26411d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property - Sai Valentine's - Goa (Canacona)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104520000/104511500/104511432/4bd418e6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Sai Valentine's - Goa offers a tranquil setting near Palolem Beach where visitors can relax in the garden's serene environment. The property provides practical amenities including WiFi for staying connected, convenient laundry facilities, and storage for luggage. ## Reviews 9.0 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Laundry room - 24/7 front desk ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Feb 5 - Feb 6](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-05&endDate=2026-02-06&selected=104511432&PinnedHotelID=104511432&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-05&endDate=2026-02-06&selected=104511432&PinnedHotelID=104511432&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Feb 6 - Feb 7](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-07&selected=104511432&PinnedHotelID=104511432&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-07&selected=104511432&PinnedHotelID=104511432&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Feb 6 - Feb 8](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=104511432&PinnedHotelID=104511432&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=104511432&PinnedHotelID=104511432&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Feb 13 - Feb 15](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=104511432&PinnedHotelID=104511432&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=104511432&PinnedHotelID=104511432&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ### View all photos for Deluxe Room ![Deluxe Room | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104520000/104511500/104511432/f5c36ca7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Separate bedroom Private bathroom - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Family Room ![Family Room | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104520000/104511500/104511432/45a5e13a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Private bathroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Double Room ![Deluxe Double Room | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104520000/104511500/104511432/a543e237.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Private bathroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Exclusive Room ![Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104520000/104511500/104511432/w1278h853x0y0-dd26411d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Exclusive Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Separate bedroom Private bathroom - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Premium Room ![Premium Room | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104520000/104511500/104511432/7787bb36.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Premium Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Separate bedroom Private bathroom - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Triple Room ![Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104520000/104511500/104511432/w1278h853x0y0-dd26411d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Triple Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Private bathroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Executive Room ![Executive Room | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104520000/104511500/104511432/w1592h717x4y4-f9470c32.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Executive Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Separate bedroom Private bathroom - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FCanacona-Hotels-Sai-Valentines-Goa.h104511432.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FCanacona-Hotels-Sai-Valentines-Goa.h104511432.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Canacona, Sai Valentine's - Goa is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Palolem Beach and Agonda Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Fatorda Stadium or Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium. [Visit our Palolem travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Palolem.dx6176831) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C15.01246%2C74.01821&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=uWUxV6grHGWvsW-qbAYqgP2XMsE=) Palolem Beach, Canacona, Goa, 403702 ### What's nearby - ![Colorful bungalows on Palolem beach, GOA, India; Shutterstock ID 761310913](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6074904/f85c3b1e-3124-4b04-aa56-f2e2c11afad6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Palolem Beach 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - ![Patnem Beach, Canacona, South Goa - A quiet beach in the South of Goa, just next door to the famous Palolem Beach. #gorgeousbeaches](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635939584925/60696d00-5042-4d98-8419-3ac46d07337f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Patnem Beach 16 min drive \- 2.2 miles - ![Beach huts, Colomb Beach, near Palolem Beach, Goa. Most of the accommodations at Palolem are cabanas such as these, although not all of them are built onto the rocks like these. Nearly all of them are built anew at the beginning of the tourist season and dismantled in April or May before the summer monsoon hits. The torrential rain and high water of these storms would likely tear them apart otherwise, and Goa's government wants to keep the hotels here small-scale and simple. They're also generally very reasonably priced.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635939584925/911784b4-6759-49f8-8de0-0528616278a2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Colomb Beach 16 min drive \- 1.9 miles - ![Canacona is an administrative region in south Goa, in India. Canacona's beach belt, 'discovered' by tourism only after the 1990s, is among the most scenic. Palolem is a milder recreation of an east-meets-west Goan beach, with a rich variety of exotic food. Canacona is one part of Goa where hillocks jut out almost directly into the sea. Villages are tucked away in low-lying areas, which are carpeted by a sea of green-topped coconut trees. Until foreign migration and tourism came to this area, the coconut tree was the means by which many eked a living, apart from fishing.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635939584925/0ceb1906-ab67-46ff-8fef-17f9c43cb72c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Rajbag Beach 22 min drive \- 2.8 miles - ![South Goa is much of a relaxing place with less crowd, clean and beautiful beaches. It's fun riding bike on smooth roads there. I love it. :) Shot in a Bar / Restaurant named The Duck N Chill, at Agonda Beach, South Goa. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6252796/582fb120-ba81-4220-9585-edc8c33a294f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Agonda Beach 26 min drive \- 7.7 miles ### Getting around - Canacona Station 9 min drive - Dabolim Airport (GOI) 101 min drive ### Restaurants - Nireas 12 min walk - Dropadi Bar & Restaurant 11 min walk - The Mill 18 min walk - Club India 10 min walk - Roundcube Beach Cafe 16 min walk ## About this property ### Sai Valentine's - Goa Hotel near Palolem Beach Sai Valentine's - Goa provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 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Limited on-site self parking ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Free newspapers in lobby - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage ### Outdoors - Garden - On the beach ### Accessibility - No lift ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Private bathroom ### More - Air conditioning ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at noon ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property only accepts cash If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### Property is also known as Sai Valentine's - Goa Hotel Sai Valentine's - Goa Canacona Sai Valentine's - Goa Hotel Canacona ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Sai Valentine's - Goa pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Sai Valentine's - Goa? ### What time is check-in at Sai Valentine's - Goa? ### What time is check-out at Sai Valentine's - Goa? ### Where is Sai Valentine's - Goa located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Sai Valentine's - Goa Reviews 9.0 ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 7.0 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Amenities ### 10 Staff & service ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Trond 22 Jan 2026 Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities Disliked: Cleanliness Nei ##### Trond Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gary 5 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities ##### Gary Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Bambolim Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Siridao-Hotels-Bambolim-Beach-Resort.h2605759.Hotel-Information) > > [Taj Cidade de Goa Horizon, Goa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dona-Paula-Hotels-Taj-Hotel-Convention-Centre.h46205118.Hotel-Information) > > [Jasminn Hotel - AM Hotel Kollection](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Betalbatim-Hotels-Jasminn-Hotel.h2665211.Hotel-Information) > > [Silva Heritage Resort Goa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Colva-Hotels-Silva-Heritage.h94873472.Hotel-Information) > > [The Baga Marina Beach Resort & Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Baga-Hotels-The-Baga-Marina-Beach-Resort-Hotel.h57952817.Hotel-Information) > > [The Zuri White Sands, Goa Resort & Casino](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Varca-Hotels-The-Zuri-White-Sands.h922321.Hotel-Information) > > [Aldeia Santa Rita](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Candolim-Hotels-Aldeia-Santa-Rita.h2335672.Hotel-Information) > > [Coconut Grove Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Betalbatim-Hotels-Coconut-Grove-An-Indy-Resort.h39405665.Hotel-Information) > > [JW Marriott Goa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Vagator-Hotels-Jw-Marriott-Goa-Vagator.h91616536.Hotel-Information) > > [Beleza By The Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Betalbatim-Hotels-Beleza-By-The-Beach.h3083952.Hotel-Information) > > [Santiago Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Baga-Hotels-Era-Santiago-Beach-Resort.h29340095.Hotel-Information) > > [The Postcard Ayurveda Retreat - A Sitaram Ayurveda Experience](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Velha-Goa-Hotels-The-Postcard-Velha.h32450996.Hotel-Information) > > [The village agonda beach cottages ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Canacona-Hotels-The-Village-Agonda-Beach-Cottages.h91480301.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Kyoto Station](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Station-Hotels.d6160767.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Villa Donna](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dona-Paula-Hotels-Villa-Donna.h37833159.Hotel-Information) > > [Sea Queen Beach Resort and Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Colva-Hotels-Bollywood-Sea-Queen-Beach-Resort.h2571649.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels with Parking in Lille](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lille-Hotels-Hotel-With-Free-Parking.0-0-d6035307-thotelwithfreeparking.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Colonia Santa Maria](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Baga-Hotels-Colonia-Santa-Maria.h1663210.Hotel-Information) > > [AMARANTHOS SKIATHOS VIEW](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Skiathos-Hotels-Azalea-View-Amaranthos-Skiathos-Studios.h11093213.Hotel-Information) > > [Elements by Rosetta - Varca Goa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Varca-Hotels-Elements-By-Rosetta-Varca-Goa.h107296579.Hotel-Information) > > [Vivanta Goa, Miramar](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Panaji-Hotels-Vivanta-Goa.h70324366.Hotel-Information) > > [Taj Cidade de Goa Heritage, Goa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dona-Paula-Hotels-Cidade-De-Goa-IHCL-SeleQtions.h20285.Hotel-Information) > > [Simrose Resort South End of Agonda Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chauri-Hotels-Simrose-Resort.h35269100.Hotel-Information) > > [Naisha Boutique Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Baga-Hotels-Naisha-Boutique-Hotel.h109394225.Hotel-Information) > > [Echor The Rose Goa Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Canacona-Hotels-Echor-The-Rose-Goa-Beach-Resort.h110773831.Hotel-Information) ### Flights ### Cars ### Packages ---